Weed Abatement

The City of Laguna Niguel conducts an annual weed abatement program designed to reduce fire hazards during the summer season. The weed abatement program is done in accordance with Laguna Niguel Municipal Code Sec. 11-14-11 and the Orange County Fire Authority standards. Typically, in Spring of every year, the City’s Community Development Department performs a limited “pre-canvassing” of private properties to identify properties, which have weeds or other noxious plants upon them that may pose a fire hazard during the fire season.

Property owners should promptly inspect their property for weeds over six inches (6”) in height and dead or dry vegetation (such as branches, leaves, palm fronds, or shrubs) that could create a fire risk within 100 feet (100’) of any home or structure. 

To reduce fire hazards and comply with City regulations, all hazardous vegetation must be removed, thinned, or cut by June 1, 2025. Failure to comply may result in the City initiating code enforcement action. Please note that slopes must not be left bare, as this could lead to erosion and hillside instability.

Helpful Resources from Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA):


For further information

Contact the Community Development Department by Email or by phone at (949) 362-4300.